Blake Haxton

Blake Haxton

Keynote Speaker: Three-Time Paralympian & Silver Medalist in Paracanoe

Blake Haxton Biography

In March of 2009, Blake Haxton was in his senior year of High School in Columbus, Ohio, when he contracted Necrotizing Fasciitis, more commonly called the flesh-eating disease. Over the course of three days, Haxton went from being the captain of his school’s rowing team and a division one rowing recruit to suffering major organ failure and the amputation of both of his legs. Haxton was released from the hospital after over twenty major surgeries and three months of inpatient care.

Life-threatening medical complications notwithstanding, Haxton enrolled at The Ohio State University the following fall and earned his B.S. in finance in 2013. Haxton then enrolled at the Ohio State University’s Moritz College of Law and returned to the sport of rowing, making the U.S. National Team in the Arms and Shoulders single event. Haxton has made four consecutive U.S. Rowing Teams, including the 2016 Paralympic Team competing in Rio de Janeiro, where he placed 4th. After the Rio games, Haxton’s fellow Olympic teammates and coaches voted him the Male Athlete of the Year, making him the first-ever para-athlete to win the honor. Haxton returned to the Paralympics in 2020, securing silver in the Men's 200-Meter VL2 Final. Haxton is also a member of the 2024 Paracanoe team.

Haxton earned his law degree from Ohio State in 2016 and works as a Research Analyst for Brandywine Global Investment Management in Columbus, Ohio. He continues to train for international competitions in the Sprint Canoe event.

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Blake Haxton Videos

#RowToTokyo Athlete Spotlight: Five Minutes with Blake Haxton ...
Blake Haxton | Team USA Olympics 2016 | Sports Illustrated | Sports ...
The Advantage of Adversity: Blake Haxton at TEDx Ohio

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What topics does Blake Haxton speak about?

Blake Haxton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Paralympics, Sports, Athlete, Disability, Diversity & Inclusion, Motivational, Sports Motivation, TED, Olympic Athlete, Inspirational, Personal Growth, College, Medicine and Finance.

Where does Blake Haxton travel from?

Blake Haxton generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Blake Haxton?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Blake Haxton for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Blake Haxton for your next private or corporate function.

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Blake Haxton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Paralympics, Sports and Athlete. The estimated speaking fee range to book Blake Haxton for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Blake Haxton generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Oz Sanchez, Dave Dravecky and Roderick Sewell. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Blake Haxton for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/09/2024.

Blake Haxton Videos

#RowToTokyo Athlete Spotlight: Five Minutes with Blake Haxton ...
Blake Haxton | Team USA Olympics 2016 | Sports Illustrated | Sports ...
The Advantage of Adversity: Blake Haxton at TEDx Ohio

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  • How do I book Blake Haxton to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Blake Haxton for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Blake Haxton, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Blake Haxton or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Blake Haxton for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Blake Haxton, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Blake Haxton are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Blake Haxton, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Blake Haxton speak about?

    Blake Haxton is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Paralympics, Sports, Athlete, Disability, Diversity & Inclusion, Motivational, Sports Motivation, TED, Olympic Athlete, Inspirational, Personal Growth, College, Medicine and Finance.
  • Where does Blake Haxton travel from?

    Blake Haxton generally travels from Columbus, OH, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Blake Haxton?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Blake Haxton for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Blake Haxton for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Blake Haxton or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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